Sr. Coordinator, Synch Licensing
Description
Come As You Are.
As the great Kurt Cobain* once said, “Come as you are.” BMG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and we celebrate diversity in all forms. Equal opportunity runs deep in our core value of fairness and we are determined to create a truly inclusive work environment, where everyone can flourish. If you’re good at what you do, come as you are.
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Sr. Coordinator, Synch Licensing
The BMG Synch Licensing team fuels one of our most dynamic and prolific services, serving both our frontline and legacy writer/artist clients. We're the driving force behind securing synch opportunities for BMG's extraordinary music across a multitude of media platforms – from advertisements and TV/film to video games, apps, live stages, and beyond. BMG's synch team is a fast-paced department, and our efforts and efficiencies are highly regarded by our colleagues, clients, and customers as industry greats! If you want to be a part of that, keep reading !
As Sr. Coordinator, Synch Licensing your mission is to be responsible for researching and confirming our rights ownership while adeptly navigating the negotiation of synchronization license fees and terms with external production clients. Your responsibilities will extend to fostering transparent and efficient communication channels, both internally with BMG's esteemed writers and artists for contractual approvals and externally with licensees seeking synch quotes. Your work will serve as the bridge that connects various vital departments: with seamless collaboration spanning from Creative and Clearance to Rights and Royalties, you'll be at the heart of every synch deal's intricate workings.
Your Responsibilities
- Negotiate synch license fees & terms with both internal and external clients and partners.
- Research copyright and recorded rights information for BMG repertoire to aid in the facilitation of the clearance process.
- Be an effective, clear, confident, and concise communicator over email, phone, and in-person.
- In negotiating the many details of a given synch license, stay attentive to the details in all communication.
- Regular internal collaboration to support consistency in BMG quoting across the larger synch industry.
Requirements
Your Profile
- Previous experience and/or rudimentary understanding of synch licensing from either a music publisher, record label, music clearance company, production company, film/TV studio, network, music supervisor, rights & royalties, or coursework perspective.
- Excellent music knowledge and passion for upholding the value of music in the synch space.
- Able to navigate and effectively prioritize a heavy and fast paced workload.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Desire to engage and grow within a dynamic and team-oriented department.
- Strong communicator in-person as well as via email and phone.
Benefits & Perks
The Perks
- Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid setup: 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
- Experience peace of mind knowing that our comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage has got you covered.
- Maximize your savings with our dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match of up to 6% after your first year.
- Take time off to recharge with 15 of vacation per year.
- Save money and time with our commuter benefits program.
- Stay healthy and earn financial rewards with our fitness reimbursement program and wellness incentives.
- Find your inner peace and boost your mental wellbeing with a complimentary subscription to the popular meditation app, Headspace.
- Access well-being support 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Kick off your weekends early with Summer Fridays.
- Unlock your potential with development opportunities, including mentorship programs, LinkedIn Learning and educational reimbursements.
- Be inspired by our talented artists at our showcases and playbacks.
The Compensation
$50,000 – 60,000 per annum
The pay range listed above is dependent upon factors such as work experience, qualifications and business needs. In addition to the range above, this role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and applicable benefits.
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Founded in 2008, BMG is already the world’s fourth biggest music publisher and the first new global player in the recordings business in decades. BMG’s pitch is unique – a relentless focus on fairness and transparency and service to its artist and songwriter clients. BMG’s 19 offices across 12 core music markets now represent over 3 million songs and recordings, and thousands of artists and songwriters attracted by its fresh approach which now includes production music, film and books as well as music publishing and recordings. BMG is owned by international media, services and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House and the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr. With its multi-platform perspective, integrated technology platform and commitment to help artists maximize their income, BMG aims to be the best company in music to do business with.